Balk Matthias Hyrox Result

Dive into this athlete’s performance at 2022 Essen using our in-depth report. By comparing their results to those of similar athletes, we identify key strengths and areas in need of improvement. For this specific race, our analysis is based on the performance of 628 similar athletes.

Performance Highlights

GER GER Flag Men 35-39 #122006 01:52:31 64th in AG | Top 95.5% 243rd | Top 88.4%
-01:30
53:13
Run Total
-00:10
06:39
Avg. Lap
-00:29
05:04
Best Lap
-00:04
47:36
Workout Total
+00:00
05:57
Avg. Workout
+01:32
11:47
Roxzone

Race Summary

This chart provides a visual summary of the race performance, displaying percentile rankings for all running and workout segments. You can quickly see the strength and the weakness of the athlete.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men

Running

We compare the athlete's running times with peers who have similar finish times. This chart helps you quickly determine if your running pace was too fast or too slow for your overall finish time.

Based on 628 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Workouts

We compare the athlete's workout times for each station with peers who have similar finish times. This chart helps you quickly identify if any workouts were too fast or too slow relative to your overall finish time.

Based on 628 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Pacing Quality

This section showcases the entire Balk Matthias's performance at each station and run segment compared to the average. It reveals strengths and areas for improvement, providing insights into how the athlete's times stack up against typical HYROX competitors with same finish time.
In HYROX racing, pacing is crucial. The pacing line highlights Balk Matthias's pacing strategy, identifying segments where they may have started too fast or too slow, guiding them toward a more balanced race approach.

Based on 628 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

Spread of Splits Time

This chart illustrates the spread of splits of all athletes competing in the same division, providing a visual representation of the distribution of times for each split.
Use this chart to compare the Balk Matthias's performance against the competition, identifying areas of strength and those needing improvement. This chart includes Top 10%, Top 25%, Top 50%, Top 75%, Top 90%, and Top 100% of the athletes. The outliers have been removed for clarity.

Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men

Improvement Plan

Based on our analysis, here are the focus areas for improvement. The goal is to determine how quickly the athlete could improve on some stations and where is the path of least resistance to improve Balk Matthias's time.

The percentile rank is the current position of the athlete compared to the competition. It goes from 0 to 100, where 0 is the best and 100 is the worst. It show the potential improvement for each station. The athlete should focus on the stations with the highest potential improvement and the biggest duration.

A big improvement in the Farmer's carry station will not be as impactful as a small improvement in the wall ball station for instance. Just click on a station to see how easy it will be to improve and how important it is to focus on it during training.

For this athlete we identified a possible improvement of 04:47. Check the detail of the improvement plan below.

02:49 Potential Improvement 58.9% Focus During Training
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
Splits Potential Improvement Time Focus During Training
Sandbag Lunges 02:49 09:47 to 06:58 58.9%
Sled Push 00:59 04:53 to 03:54 20.6%
Run Total 00:42 53:13 to 52:31 14.6%
Farmers Carry 00:10 03:01 to 02:51 3.5%
Ski Erg 00:07 04:59 to 04:52 2.4%
Sled Pull 00:00 06:17 to 06:17 0.0%
Burpees Broad Jump 00:00 05:27 to 05:27 0.0%
Rowing 00:00 05:06 to 05:06 0.0%
Wall Balls 00:00 08:06 to 08:06 0.0%

Splits Time

Balk Matthias Perfect Race
Splits Total Average Total
Running 1 05:04 00:00 05:33 -00:29 00:00 +00:00
Ski Erg 04:59 05:04 04:50 +00:09 05:33 -00:29
Running 2 06:07 10:03 06:05 +00:02 10:23 -00:20
Sled Push 04:53 16:10 03:46 +01:07 16:28 -00:18
Running 3 07:26 21:03 06:48 +00:38 20:14 +00:49
Sled Pull 06:17 28:29 06:37 -00:20 27:02 +01:27
Running 4 07:10 34:46 06:46 +00:24 33:39 +01:07
Burpees Broad Jump 05:27 41:56 07:43 -02:16 40:25 +01:31
Running 5 06:35 47:23 07:09 -00:34 48:08 -00:45
Rowing 05:06 53:58 05:23 -00:17 55:17 -01:19
Running 6 06:30 59:04 06:50 -00:20 01:00:40 -01:36
Farmers Carry 03:01 01:05:34 02:47 +00:14 01:07:30 -01:56
Running 7 06:15 01:08:35 06:53 -00:38 01:10:17 -01:42
Sandbag Lunges 09:47 01:14:50 07:14 +02:33 01:17:10 -02:20
Running 8 08:10 01:24:37 08:32 -00:22 01:24:24 +00:13
Wall Balls 08:06 01:32:47 09:20 -01:14 01:32:56 -00:09
Roxzone 11:47 01:52:31 10:15 +01:32 01:52:31
Based on 628 athletes with similar finish time in Hyrox Men

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Overall Performance


Matthias Balk performed well in the HYROX race in Essen, finishing with an overall rank of 243 out of 413 athletes, placing him in the top 58% of competitors. In his age group (35-39), he ranked 64th out of 83 athletes, placing him in the top 77%. His overall time was 01:52:31, and his total running time was 00:53:13, which was 01:34 slower than the average for his finish time.

Based on the splits analysis, Matthias excelled in the running segments, with his best running lap being 00:05:04. He also performed well in the Burpees Broad Jump segment, finishing 01:47 faster than the average time. However, he struggled in the Sandbag Lunges, Roxzone, Run Total, Running 3, Sled Push, Running 4, and Ski Erg segments, losing significant time compared to the average.

Segments to Improve


1. Sandbag Lunges:
Matthias took 02:35 longer than the average time in this segment. To improve his performance, he should focus on strengthening his lower body and core muscles. Exercises such as squats, lunges, deadlifts, and glute bridges can help increase his leg and hip strength. Additionally, practicing sandbag lunges regularly will help improve his technique and endurance.

2. Roxzone:
Matthias spent 01:47 more time in the Roxzone compared to the average. To improve this segment, he should work on improving his overall fitness and reducing transition time. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts, circuit training, and plyometric exercises can help improve his cardiovascular endurance and speed up his transitions between exercise zones.

3. Run Total:
Matthias' overall running time was 01:34 slower than the average. To enhance his running performance, he should focus on improving his cardiovascular endurance and running technique. Incorporating interval training, tempo runs, and hill sprints into his training routine will help increase his running speed and endurance. Additionally, working on his running form, including proper posture, arm swing, and foot strike, can help optimize his running efficiency.

4. Running 3:
Matthias took 00:37 longer than the average in this running segment. To improve his performance, he should practice longer distance runs to build his endurance. Incorporating interval training, such as alternating between faster and slower speeds during his runs, can also help improve his speed and endurance.

5. Sled Push:
Matthias was 00:36 slower than the average in the Sled Push segment. To improve his performance, he should focus on developing his lower body and core strength. Exercises such as squats, deadlifts, lunges, and sled pushes can help increase his leg and hip strength, enabling him to push the sled more efficiently.

6. Running 4:
Matthias took 00:22 longer than the average in this running segment. To improve his performance, he should incorporate speed workouts, such as interval training and tempo runs, into his training routine. Additionally, focusing on building his leg and core strength through exercises like squats, lunges, and planks will help improve his running speed and endurance.

7. Ski Erg:
Matthias was 00:12 slower than the average in the Ski Erg segment. To improve his performance, he should focus on developing his upper body and core strength. Exercises such as rowing, pull-ups, push-ups, and planks can help increase his upper body strength and improve his Ski Erg technique.

Strategies


1. Pacing:
Matthias should focus on maintaining a consistent pace throughout the race. Avoid starting too fast and burning out early. Pace himself in the running segments to ensure he has enough energy for the strength-based segments.

2. Transitions:
To minimize time spent in the Roxzone, Matthias should practice quick and efficient transitions between exercise zones. Use visualization techniques to mentally prepare for each transition and have a clear plan of action.

3. Strategy:
Matthias should strategize his approach to each segment based on his strengths and weaknesses. For the strength-based segments, he should focus on maintaining proper form and technique to maximize efficiency. In the running segments, he should aim to maintain a steady pace and gradually increase speed when appropriate.

4. Mental Preparation:
Matthias should work on mental toughness and resilience to overcome any challenges during the race. Visualization techniques, positive affirmations, and mental rehearsal can help improve his mental preparedness and overall performance.

By implementing these strategies and focusing on specific areas for improvement, Matthias Balk can enhance his performance in future HYROX races. Regular training, incorporating the suggested exercises, drills, and training routines, will help him build the necessary strength, endurance, and speed to excel in all segments of the race.

Race History

Explore your race history splits in detail below. The interactive chart provides an easy way to analyze your performance by highlighting faster and slower times across each split. This tool is designed to help you identify trends, track improvements, and refine your strategy for future races.
Percentile based on all the athletes who competed in Hyrox Men
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